School Administrative Officer – Executive Support & Operations

Catholic Education South Australia; City of Unley; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercedes College in Springfield, SA, is seeking an experienced Administrative Officer (ESO4) to join the Administration team. You will provide high‑quality administrative, reception and operational support, acting as a key contact for students, families and staff and supporting the Head of Junior School and other leaders.

This permanent, full‑time role offers a diverse range of responsibilities in a dynamic school environment, requires strong organisation, attention to detail and the ability to

Qualifications

• Proven experience in administrative or reception roles, supporting senior leaders.
• Highly organised with ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines.
• Build positive relationships with students, families and staff.
• Confident, professional communication with discretion.
• Attention to detail and sound judgement.
• Uphold Catholic ethos and Mercy tradition in daily work.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced administrative and operational support to College leaders.
• Calendar/diary management and meeting coordination.
• Deliver welcoming reception services to students, families and staff.
• Prepare and coordinate correspondence, reports and meeting documents.
• Support student administration processes, including attendance and records.
• Assist with budgeting, purchasing, planning activities and general office tasks.
• Coordinate College events and community activities.

Skills

Admin experience

Reception

Stakeholder relations

Diary management

Attention to detail

Education

Diploma in Admin/Business/Marketing

First Aid certificate

WWCC

RRHAN-EC training

Tools

Student management systems

Education software

Job description

Mercedes College in Springfield, SA, is seeking an experienced Administrative Officer (ESO4) to join the Administration team. You will provide high‑quality administrative, reception and operational support, acting as a key contact for students, families and staff and supporting the Head of Junior School and other leaders.

This permanent, full‑time role offers a diverse range of responsibilities in a dynamic school environment, requires strong organisation, attention to detail and the ability to